COLUMBUS PARENT S COMPREHENSIVE DIRECTORY OF 238 PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS IN CENTRAL OHIO

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1 PLUS! OUR GO-TO GUIDE: How to Choose a School When You Have a Choice COLUMBUS PARENT S COMPREHENSIVE DIRECTORY OF 238 PUBLIC, PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL S IN CENTRAL OHIO columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

2 hot topic: S THE GO-TO GUIDE How to Choose a School WHEN YOU HAVE A CHOICE BY HEATHER WEEKLEY AND JANE HAWES Gone are the days when choosing a school meant you were opting out of the publicschool system. Nowadays, within the public and private school systems, there are a variety of choices. To help Columbus parents navigate this process, we have compiled some useful information with help from School Choice Ohio (a non-profit organization that provides resources and support to families), the Ohio Department of Education, and local educators and administrators. KEY TERMS PUBLIC S: traditional publicly-funded schools, operated by a local school district and board of education MAGNET/LOTTERY S: public schools offering specialized curricula; they may have competitive entry procedures CHARTER S: public schools operated on different state guidelines and also called community schools; they sometimes focus on particular teaching philosophies or subject areas, but are not based on religious faith. PRIVATE S: charge tuition and are largely independent from the public-school system PAROCHIAL S: charge tuition and include religious instruction as part of their mission and daily curricula HOME: when parents educate their children on their own ROLLING ADMISSIONS: Students can apply and be admitted at any point in the school year. In a non-rolling admissions system, applications generally are made by early February with acceptance notification coming on March 1. DEFINING WHAT S IMPORTANT TO YOU If you re looking beyond a traditional public school, any school you re considering is likely to occupy its own niche: We really do have our own flavors, said John Wuorinen, Columbus Academy s Director of Admissions and Financial Aid. Each school has its own ethos and character. So learn what those flavors are, and then find the one that best satisfies your child s appetite for learning. Here are some of the issues that many parents use to narrow down their choices: CLASS SIZE: All the educators we spoke to said this is probably the most popular issue when parents are considering a school that charges tuition. SAFETY: This one has really stood out in the last 5 to 10 years, said Scott Burton, Marburn Academy s associate head of school. Usually we think physical safety, but it s also about emotional, particularly with things like cyberbullying now. RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION YOUR CHILD S AGE: In the middle-school and high-school age groups, educators say that the child should be very involved in making the decision about where to go to school. AFFINITY-BASED PROGRAMS : This is the new term for extracurricular activities. These, said Burton, are just as important (as core classes) for many kids, and colleges are taking a closer look at these now. DOING THE RESEARCH Start early, at least eight months prior to the start of a new school year, say school administrators, and be mindful of the various deadlines (whether applying for admission or financial aid). Visit a school during open houses and during a normal school day Talk to other parents and students at the school: The grapevine is a fantastic resource, said Wuorinen. Check out these websites: scohio.org; education.ohio.gov; greatschools.org/ohio; ilrc.ode.state.oh.us; and pickyparent.com (also offers a companion workbook to aid in decision making) 2 Central Ohio Schools Directory 2012 columbusparent.com

3 PAYING FOR IT Families might be tempted to rule out a school that charges tuition once they see the price tag, but they shouldn t because scholarships and financial aid aren t just for college anymore: PUBLIC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS The state of Ohio has three types of scholarships available to qualified students: EdChoice Scholarship Program: Gives students who attend the lowest-rated schools in Ohio the opportunity to attend a private school (about 25,000 children in Columbus currently qualify). It s the best kept secret in the state! said Sarah Pechan, director of community programs with School Choice Ohio. EdChoice provides up to $4,250 a year for K-8 students and up to $5,000 for high-school students. It s up to the tuition-charging school to decide if they ll accept this scholarship money. The 2012 deadline for scholarship applications is April 13. Autism Scholarship: Any child in Ohio between the ages of 3 and 22 who has autism can apply. Recipients receive up to $20,000 in tuition. Special Needs Scholarship: Currently in its first year, this fund is for a child with a special learning need or disability. Scholarships range from $7,000 to $20,000. To learn more about these scholarship programs and their deadlines, visit the Ohio Department of Education page at PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS Most private schools, and even many parochial schools, have access to either grants or endowment money (interest-earning investments) that enable them to offer students financial aid. Most private scholarships are based on demonstrated financial need, but there can be scholarships based on merit. Just ask what s available, say school representatives: If a family is really interested, there are options, said Village Academy Head of School Susan Lasley. Your child s future starts now. There is a proven positive association between music lessons and superior academic performance. introductory piano classes for all ages private lessons always available transfer students welcome excellence in piano instruction is our only business sm 209 north hamilton road columbus, ohio (614) old west wilson bridge road worthington, ohio (614) The Conservatory of Piano has been setting the standard for superior music education for 41 years. Discover The Gardner School, an award-winning academically focused preschool for ages 6 weeks through private kindergarten. FILE PHOTOS NOW ENROLLING! The Gardner School of Dublin 6145 Emerald Parkway Dublin, OH Phone: (614) columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

4 hot topic: S COLUMBUS PARENT S Central Ohio Schools Directory Columbus Parent has compiled its first-ever guide to public, private and parochial schools in Central Ohio. We have organized this directory by: 1) By county first (including Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Pickaway and Union counties); 2) Then by school type: Public School Districts; Other Publicly Funded Schools (including charter, online and vocational schools); Private/Non-Religious Schools; and Private/Religious Schools. Within each school-type category, the schools are listed alphabetically. Our sources included: 1) Ohio Department of Education (ODE) data 2) Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus data 3) Information from schools websites and/or phone interviews About this information: 1) In order to be listed, a school had to offer at least a full kindergarten, grade-school and/or high-school program. 2) Tuition information, unless otherwise noted, is for the school year. Most schools have not yet determined their tuition. 3) Public School District ratings are from the ODE and reflect the most recent data available (from the school year). 4) If any information is incomplete or incorrect, or if you wish to include a school that is not listed, please send an to contact@columbusparent.com. 5) Enhanced, paid listings (highlighted in orange) feature additional information Delaware PUBLIC DISTRICTS BIG WALNUT LOCAL Contact: 70 N. Walnut St., Galena 43021; ; bigwalnut.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,696 BUCKEYE VALLEY LOCAL Contact: 679 Coover Rd., Delaware 43015; ; buckeyevalley.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,209 DELAWARE CITY Contact: 248 N. Washington St., Delaware 43015; ; dcs.k12.oh.us Number of students: 5,198 with Distinction OLENTANGY LOCAL Contact: 814 Shanahan Rd., Ste. 100, Lewis Center 43035; ; olentangy.k12.oh.us Number of students: 17,415 with Distinction OTHER PUBLICLY FUNDED S DELAWARE AREA CAREER CENTER (TWO CAMPUSES) Contact: 4565 Columbus Pike, Delaware 43015; ; delawareareacc.org Grades/Number of students: 9-12 and adult/ not available PRIVATE/NON-RELIGIOUS S THE COMPASS Tuition: Varies by age, call for more information Contact: 3989 N. Hampton Dr., Powell; ; aboutcompass.com/locations/powell Grades/Number of students: PS-K/ 170 DUBLIN MONTESSORI Contact: Sawmill Rd., Powell 43065; Grades/Number of students: PS-K/ 132 VILLAGE S Year Founded: 1976 Tuition: ranges from $9, to $12,500; financial aid is available to those who qualify Address: 284 S. Liberty St., Powell Phone: Website: villageacademyschools.org Grades served: PK to Grade 12; beforeand after-school care programs offered Number of students: 365 Number of faculty: 39 Member of: National Association of Independent Schools, Independent Schools Association of the Central States, Ohio Association of Independent Schools PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S DELAWARE CHRISTIAN Year Founded: 1973 Tuition: $220-$472 per month; financial aid is available; sibling discounts, up to 50 percent, are available Address: 45 Belle Ave., Delaware Phone: Website: dcschool.org Grades served: PK to Grade 12; afterschool care program offered Number of students: 303 Number of faculty: 35 Member of: Association of Christian Schools International GENOA CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,658 Contact: 7562 Lewis Center Rd., Westerville 43082; ; genoachristianacadcemy.org Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 322 GRACE COMMUNITY Tuition: $3,360 Contact: 340 Lake St., Delaware 43015; ; startwiththeheartschool.com Grades/Number of students: PS-7/ 99 POLARIS CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,750-$4,850 Contact: 2150 E. Powell Rd., Lewis Center 43035; ; pcalions.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 141 ST. MARY Tuition: $2,847 for participating families; $4,286 non-participating Contact: 66 E. William St., Delaware 43015; ; stmarydelaware.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 385 ST. PAUL Tuition: $3,590 for participating families; $4,340 non-participating Contact: 61 Moss Rd., Westerville 43082; ; stpaulrams.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 833 Fairfield PUBLIC DISTRICTS AMANDA-CLEARCREEK LOCAL Contact: 328 E. Main St., Amanda 43102; ; amanda.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,630 BERNE UNION LOCAL Contact: 506 N. Main St., Sugar Grove 43115; ; berneunion.k12.oh.us Number of students: 999 BLOOM-CARROLL LOCAL Contact: 5240 Plum Rd., Carroll 43112; ; bloom-carroll.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,653 with Distinction FAIRFIELD UNION LOCAL Contact: 6417 Cincinnati Zanesville Rd., Lancaster 43130; ; fairfieldunion.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,032 LANCASTER CITY Contact: 345 E. Mulberry St., Lancaster 43130; ; lancaster.k12.oh.us Number of students: 6,023 LIBERTY UNION-THURSTON LOCAL Contact: 621 W. Washington St., Baltimore 43105; ; libertyunion.org Number of students: 1,346 PICKERINGTON LOCAL Contact: 90 East St., Pickerington 43147; ; pickerington.k12.oh.us Number of students: 10,805 with Distinction WALNUT TOWNSHIP LOCAL Contact: Lancaster St., Millersport 43046; ; walnuttsd.org Number of students: 740 OTHER PUBLICLY FUNDED S LANCASTER DIGITAL Contact: 111 S. Broad St. Suite 201, Lancaster 43130; ; lancasterdigitalacademy.org 81 School rating: Not Rated LANCASTER FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY Contact: 320 E. Locust St., Lancaster 43130; School rating: Continuous Improvement PCSI Contact: 7800 Refugee Rd., Pickerington 43147; Number of students: Not Rated 4 Central Ohio Schools Directory 2012 columbusparent.com

5 PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S FAIRFIELD CHRISTIAN Tuition: $1,140-$4,830 Contact: 1965 N. Columbus St., Lancaster 43130; ; fairfieldchristianacademy.com Grades/Number of students: PS-12/675 LANCASTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Religious Affiliation: Seventh-Day Adventist Contact: 2640 Lancaster-Thornville Rd., Lancaster 43130; Grades/Number of students: 1-8/ 7 ST. BERNADETTE Tuition: $2,600 for participating families; $4,000 non-participating Contact: 1325 Wheeling Rd. NW, Lancaster 43130; ; stbernadetteschool.com Grades/Number of students: PS-5/ 159 ST. MARY CATHOLIC Tuition: $2,800 for participating families; $4,300 non-participating Contact: 309 E. Chestnut St., Lancaster 43130; ; saintmarylancaster.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 279 WILLIAM V. FISHER CATHOLIC HIGH Tuition: $5,500 for participating families; $5,825 non-participating Contact: 1803 Granville Pike, Lancaster 43130; ; fishercatholic.org 235 Franklin PUBLIC DISTRICTS BEXLEY CITY Contact: 248 S. Cassingham Rd., Bexley 43209; ; bexleyschools.org Number of students: 2,095 with Distinction CANAL WINCHESTER LOCAL Contact: 100 Washington St., Canal Winchester 43110; ; canalwin.k12.oh.us Number of students: 3,066 with Distinction COLUMBUS CITY Contact: 270 E. State St., Columbus 43215; ; columbus.k12.oh.us Number of students: 48,601* District rating: Continuous Improvement *does not include buildings where data was not provided in the ODE report: Columbus Downtown HS, Columbus International HS, Columbus Prep Middle Schools, Fort Hayes, Hudson Adult DUBLIN CITY Contact: 7030 Coffman Rd., Dublin 43017; ; dublinschools.net Number of students: 13,028 with Distinction GAHANNA-JEFFERSON CITY Contact: 160 S. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna 43230; ; gahannaschools.org Number of students: 6,729 with Distinction GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS CITY Contact: 1587 W 3rd Ave., Columbus 43212; ; grandviewschools.org Number of students: 1,137 with Distinction GROVEPORT MADISON LOCAL Contact: 5940 Clyde Moore Dr., Groveport 43125; ; gocruisers.org Number of students: 5,972 HAMILTON LOCAL Contact: 775 Rathmell Rd., Columbus 43207; ; hamiltonlocal.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,925 HILLIARD CITY Contact: 5323 Cemetery Rd., Hilliard 43026; ; hilliardschools.org Number of students: 15,731 with Distinction NEW ALBANY-PLAIN LOCAL Contact: 55 N. High St., New Albany 43054; ; napls.us Number of students: 3,611 REYNOLDSBURG CITY Contact: 7244 E Main St., Reynoldsburg 43068; ; reyn.org Number of students: 7,251 SOUTH-WESTERN CITY Contact: 3805 Marlane Dr., Grove City 43123; ; Number of students: 23,353* *does not include buildings where data was not provided in the ODE report: Bostic Head Start Center, South-Western Career Academy, South-Western Special Education Preschool Center UPPER ARLINGTON CITY Contact: 1950 N Mallway Dr., Upper Arlington 43221; ; uaschools.org Number of students: 5,202 with Distinction WESTERVILLE CITY Contact: 936 Eastwind Dr., Westerville 43081; ; westerville.k12.oh.us Number of students: 14,462 with Distinction WHITEHALL CITY Contact: 625 S Yearling Rd., Whitehall 43213; ; whitehall.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,966* District rating: Continuous Improvement *does not include buildings where data was not provided in the ODE report: C. Ray Williams Early Childhood Center WORTHINGTON CITY Contact: 200 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington 43085; ; worthington.k12.oh.us Number of students: 9,536 OTHER PUBLICLY FUNDED S A+ ARTS Focus: core academic classes within a small school environment Contact: 270 S Napoleon Ave., Columbus 43213; ; aplusarts.com 120 ACADEMIC ACCELERATION Focus: traditional academic courses; only charter school sponsored by Columbus City Schools Contact: 1990 Jefferson Ave., Columbus 43211; ; academic-acceleration.com 125 FOR URBAN SOLUTIONS Contact: 899 E. Broad St., Ste. 450, Columbus 43205; not available OF COLUMBUS Focus: phonics, basic skills, arts-integrated curriculum, moral/character education Contact: 4656 Heaton Rd., Columbus 43229; ; ohioschools.org/ourschools/academyofcolumbus.htm Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 475 OF NEW MEDIA MIDDLE Focus: technology-rich curriculum, emphasis on personal safety and accountability Contact: 43 South Douglass St., Columbus 43205; ; newmediamiddle.org Grades/Number of students: 6-8/ 250 ARTS & COLLEGE PREPARA- TORY Focus: academic instruction with opportunities to engage in artistic expression Address: 4401 Hilton Corporate Dr., Columbus Phone: Website: artcollegeprep.org Grades served: Grades 9 to 12 Number of students: 230 School Rating: Excellent C.M. GRANT LEADERSHIP Focus: core curriculum, enhanced leadership and service learning education Contact: 2030 Leonard Ave., Columbus 43219; ; grantleadership.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 162 CESAR CHAVEZ-NORTH Focus: emphasizes basic language arts and math skills through intensive direction instruction, offers mid-year kindergarten classes, owned by Educational Solutions Company Contact: 1533 Cleveland Ave., Columbus 43211; ; wccupe.com Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 70 CHARLES AT OHIO DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY Focus: accelerated academic program with hands-on experiential learning; five-year program earns high school diploma and 62 college credits Contact: 3950 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43214; ; thecharlesschool.org 200 COLUMBUS ARTS & TECHNOLOGY Focus: core curriculum with focus on arts and applied technology; mentoring programs with community artists Contact: 2255 Kimberly Pkwy E., Columbus 43232; ; ohioschools.org/ourschools/columbusartsandtechnologyacademy.htm 417 COLUMBUS BILINGUAL Focus: develops fluency and literacy in English and Spanish Contact: 35 Midland Ave., Columbus 43223; ; columbusbilingual.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 200 COLUMBUS BILINGUAL -NORTH Focus: develops fluency and literacy in English and Spanish Contact: 1567 Loretta Ave., Columbus 43211; ; columbusbilingual.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 100 COLUMBUS COLLEGIATE Focus: extended school year (190 days) and school day (9-10 hours), code of conduct, Saturday college trips Address: 1469 E. Main St., Columbus Phone: Website: columbuscollegiate.org Grades served: Grades 6 to 8 Number of students: 103 COLUMBUS HUMANITIES, ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Focus: uses SRA reading and math programs, Harcourt Science and Paragon Curriculum for social sciences Contact: 1333 Morse Rd., Columbus 43229; ; columbushumanitiesata.org 401 COLUMBUS NORTH LIFE SKILLS Focus: alternative high school for at-risk and drop-out students, uses individualized learning plans and support services, owned by White Hat Management Contact: 1900 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. S., Columbus 43229; ; wediducan.com/columbus-north2 400 COLUMBUS PERFORMANCE Focus: academic and physical fitness emphasis with 1.4 hours of fitness activities each day Contact: 274 E. First Ave., Ste. 200, Columbus 43201; ; performanceacademies.com/columbus/colum bus_welcome.html Grades/Number of students: K-7/ 51 COLUMBUS PREPARATORY AND FITNESS Focus: extended school day (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) with minimum 90 minutes of fitness instruction each day Contact: 1258 Demorest Rd., Columbus 43204; ; ohioschools.org/ourschools/columbus- PreparatoryandFitnessAcademy.htm Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 100 COLUMBUS PREPARATORY Focus: uses SRA reading and math programs, Harcourt Science and Paragon Curriculum for social sciences Contact: 3330 Chippewa St., Columbus 43204; ; columbuspreparatory.org 684 School Rating: Excellent with Distinction COLUMBUS SOUTHEAST LIFE SKILLS Focus: alternative high school for at-risk and drop-out students, uses individualized learning plans and support services, owned by White Hat Management Contact: 2400 S. Hamilton Rd., Columbus 43232; ; wediducan.com/columbus-southeast2 Grades/Number of students: 9-12; 300 CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY Focus: uses Paragon Curriculum Contact: 6015 E Walnut St., Westerville 43081; ; cornerstoneacad.org Grades/Number of students: K-12; 393 columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

6 CRITTENTON COMMUNITY Focus: uses alternative learning methods individualized for each student, partners with the Directions for Youth & Families agency Contact: 1418 E. Broad St., Columbus 43205; ; e-ccs.org Grades/Number of students: 6-9/ 110 CRUISER HIGH Focus: accelerated high-school program, assists students who have may fallen behind in a traditional setting, part of Groveport Madison Local School District Contact: 2751 Winchester Pike, Columbus 43232; ; gocruisers.org/cruiseracademy_home.aspx 200 EDUCATIONAL AT LINDEN Focus: college-prep curriculum focused on literature, arts and mathematics; owned by Educational Solutions Company Contact: 720 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus 43203; ; educationalsolutionsco.com/la Grades/Number of students: 3-5/ 250 EDUCATIONAL FOR BOYS & GIRLS/CESAR CHAVEZ-WEST COLLEGE PREPARATORY Focus: emphasizes basic language arts and math skills through intensive direction instruction, owned by Educational Solutions Company Contact: 85 Clarendon Ave., Columbus 43223; ; wccupe.com Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 200 (according to ODE data for the EABG K- 12 school) ELECTRONIC CLASSROOM OF TOMORROW Focus: online school, established in 2000 Contact: 3700 S High St., Ste. 95, Columbus 43207; ; ecotohio.org 10,500 FCI Focus: FCI stands for Focus on Collective Integrity, college prep curriculum, five building campus Contact: 2177 Mock Rd., Columbus 43219; ; fciacademy.com 550 FOCUS LEARNING OF NORTH COLUMBUS Focus: enables students, ages 16-22, to earn high-school diploma while preparing for workforce or while already earning a living Contact: 4807 Evanswood Dr., Columbus 43229; ; focuslearn.org 175 FOCUS LEARNING OF SOUTHEASTERN COLUMBUS Focus: enables students, ages 16-22, to earn high-school diploma while preparing for workforce or while already earning a living Contact: 4480 Refugee Rd., Columbus 43232; ; focuslearn.org 600 FOCUS LEARNING OF SOUTHWEST COLUMBUS Focus: enables students, ages 16-22, to earn high-school diploma while preparing for workforce or while already earning a living Contact: 190 Southwood Ave., Columbus 43207; ; focuslearn.org 450 GAHANNA COMMUNITY Focus: sponsored by the Gahanna-Jefferson City School District, collocated on campus of Gahanna Lincoln High School, features more self-paced structure with flexible scheduling and workstudy credit Contact: 140 S. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna 43230; ; gahannaschools.org/schools/lincoln_ High_School/Activities/Gahanna CommunitySchool.aspx 25 GRAHAM EXPEDITIONARY MIDDLE Focus: uses expeditionary learning model, post-secondary education prep curriculum, uses some of the same principles as the Outward Bound program Contact: 3950 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43214; ; gemsschool.org Grades/Number of students: 5-8/ 160 GRAHAM, THE Focus: uses experiential learning methods, serves urban community, preparation for college and workplace emphasized Contact: 3950 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43214; ; thegrahamschool.org 240 GREAT WESTERN Focus: uses Direct Instruction, Balanced Literacy, Saxon Math and Full Option Science System programs, part of the Imagine Schools system Contact: 310 N. Wilson Rd., Columbus 43204; ; imagineschools gwa.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 340 GROVEPORT COMMUNITY Focus: part of the Imagine Schools system Contact: 4485 S. Hamilton Rd., Groveport 43125; ; imagineschoolsgpt.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 1,000 HAMILTON ALTERNATIVE Focus: part of Hamilton Local School District, encompasses programs for online learning, credits recovery, specialneeds learning Contact: 775 Rathmell Rd., Columbus 43207; ; hamiltonlocal.k12.oh.us/alternativeacademy_ho me.aspx 98 HARRISBURG PIKE COMMUNITY Focus: part of Imagine Schools system Contact: 680 Harrisburg Pike, Columbus 43223; ; harrisburgpikehornets.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 277 HORIZON SCIENCE COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Focus: math, science and technology focused curriculum; managed by Concept Schools Contact: 2835 Morse Rd., Columbus 43231; ; horizoncolumbus.org Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 300 HORIZON SCIENCE COLUMBUS HIGH Focus: math, science and technology focused curriculum; managed by Concept Schools Contact: 1070 Morse Rd., Columbus 43229; ; horizoncolumbus.org 350 School Rating: Excellent HORIZON SCIENCE COLUMBUS MIDDLE Focus: math, science and technology focused curriculum; managed by Concept Schools Contact: 2350 Morse Rd., Columbus 43229; ; horizoncolumbus.org Grades/Number of students: 6-8/ 300 IMAGINE AT SULLIVANT Focus: uses Reading Street and Everyday Mathematics curricula, part of the Imagine Schools system Contact: 3435 Sullivant Ave., Columbus 43204; ; imaginesullivant.com Grades/Number of students: K-6/ 387 IMAGINE INTEGRITY Focus: part of the Imagine Schools system Contact: 1565 Integrity Dr., Columbus 43209; ; imagineschools.com/2011/04/imagineintegrity-academy Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 150 INTERNATIONAL OF COLUMBUS Focus: includes an Arabic-as-secondlanguage instruction program Contact: 1201 Shrock Ct., Columbus 43229; ; iac-school.com Grades/Number of students: K-10/ 220 KIPP: JOURNEY MIDDLE Focus: part of the national Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP), which focuses on students in underserved communities Contact: 1406 Myrtle Ave., Columbus 43211; ; kipp.org/schoolcontent/kipp-journey-academy Grades/Number of students: 5-8/ 243 MIDNIMO CROSS CULTURAL COMMUNITY Focus: serves multicultural urban population; emphasizes family involvement, access to technology, student governance; owned by Educational Solutions Company Northside Christian School Prospective Parent Open House Feb. 2nd, 7:00 K3 through 12th grade Acclaimed Fine Arts Exceptional Academics Competitive Athletics Foreign Languages Small Class Sizes Latchkey Program Modern Science & Computer Labs Biblical worldview that encourages spiritual growth An exceptional value in private school options 2655 Schrock Road, Westerville Central Ohio Schools Directory 2012 columbusparent.com

7 Contact: 1465 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus 43224; ; wccupe.com Grades/Number of students: 6-9/ 200 MILLENNIUM COMMUNITY Focus: operates in three grade-based communities, uses Direct Instruction program, sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 3500 Refugee Rd., Columbus 43232; ; 2kschool.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 600 NEW BEGINNINGS Focus: sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 4707 Hilton Corporate Dr., Columbus 43232; , ercoinc.org Grades/Number of students: 8-12/ not available NOBLE - COLUMBUS Focus: college prep curriculum, managed by Concept Schools Contact: 1329 Bethel Rd., Columbus 43220; ; noblecolumbus.org 200 NORTHLAND PREPARATORY AND FITNESS Contact: 1875 Morse Rd., Columbus 43229; Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 200 OAKSTONE COMMUNITY HIGH Contact: 5747 Cleveland Ave., Columbus 43231; School Rating: Excellent PATRIOT PREPARATORY Contact: 4938 Beatrice Dr., Columbus 43227; PERFORMANCE EASTLAND Focus: extended school day (8 a.m.-4 p.m.), minimum 90 minutes fitness instruction each day Contact: 2220 S. Hamilton Rd., Columbus 43232; Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 244 PREMIER OF OHIO HIGH Focus: sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 1555 Elaine Rd., Columbus 43227; ; ercoinc.org Grades/Number of students: 6-12/ 210 PSCHTECIN HIGH Focus: serves students ages 14-21, split daily sessions from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1-6 p.m., individualized learning plans Contact: 985 Mediterranean Ave., Columbus 43229; ; pschtecin.org 80 RCCS EVEREST Contact: 1555 Graham Rd., Reynoldsburg 43068; ; rccseverest.org 50 RENAISSANCE FOR MEDIA ARTS Focus: operates on four-day core curriculum schedule with special classes on fifth day; sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 4300 Kimberly Pkwy N., Columbus 43232; ; therenaissanceacademy.com 200 ROAD TO SUCCESS Focus: sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 1555 Bryden Rd., Columbus 43205; ; ercoinc.org Grades/Number of students: 8-12/ not available SCHOLARTS PREPARATORY AND CAREER CENTER Focus: mentoring and support-services programs, arts-integrated curriculum, early exposure to career planning Contact: 907 E. Lexington Ave., Columbus 43201; ; scholarts.org 200 SOUTH SCIOTO Focus: emphasis on critical thinking and diversity, managed by The Leona Group Contact: 707 E. Jenkins Ave., Columbus 43207; ; sciotoacademy.com 148 SUMMIT ELEMENTARY Focus: specializes in the education of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Asperger s Syndrome Contact: 1850 Bostwick Rd., Ste. 100, Columbus 43227; ; summitacademies.com/school_websites/su mmit_academy_community_school_co lumbus/index.php Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 27 SUMMIT MIDDLE Focus: specializes in the education of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Asperger s Syndrome Contact: 1850 Bostwick Rd., Ste. 200, Columbus 43227; ; summitacademies.com/school_websites/su mmit_academy_middle_school_colum bus/index.php Grades/Number of students: 6-8/ 49 SUMMIT TRANSITION HIGH Focus: specializes in the education of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Asperger s Syndrome Contact: 1855 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus 43229; ; summitacademies.com/school_websites/su mmit_academy_transition_high_school _columbus/index.php 29 VIRTUAL COMMUNITY OF OHIO Focus: online school Contact: 4480 Refugee Rd., Columbus 43232; ; vcslearn.org 1,300 W. C. CUPE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Focus: emphasizes basic language arts and math skills through intensive direction instruction, owned by Educational Solutions Company Contact: 1132 Windsor Ave., Columbus 43211; ; wccupe.com Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 200 WESTSIDE Focus: includes English as Second Language, Spanish and Arabic instruction; onsite daycare facility Contact: 4330 Clime Rd. North, Columbus 43228; ; westsideacademy.com Grades/Number of students: K-4/ 149 WHITEHALL PREPARATORY AND FITNESS Focus: extended school day (8 a.m.-4 p.m.) with minimum 90 minutes of fitness instruction each day Contact: 3474 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus 43227; ; URL Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 199 WICKLIFFE PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY Focus: part of Upper Arlington City School District, utilizes principles of progressive education Contact: 1950 N. Mallway Dr., Upper Arlington 43221; ; uaschools.org/index.aspx?nid=153 Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 456 School Rating: Excellent with Distinction YOUTHBUILD COLUMBUS COMMUNITY Focus: drop-out recovery program for youths ages who also learn residential-construction or nurse-assisting job skills Contact: 1183 Essex Ave., Columbus 43201; ; youthbuildcolumbus.info 130 School Rating: Excellent ZENITH HIGH Focus: focuses on mastery of core knowledge and skills, sponsored by Educational Resource Consultants of Ohio Contact: 8210 Havens Rd., Blacklick 43004; ; zenithacademy.org Grades/Number of students: K-9/ 450 ZENITH EAST JR. HIGH Contact: 2261 S. Hamilton Rd., Columbus 43232; Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 200 PRIVATE/NON-RELIGIOUS S CHILDREN S Contact: 100 Obetz Rd., Columbus 43207; ; childrensacademy.org Grades/Number of students: PK-2/ 225 CHILDREN S CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENTAL ENRICHMENT / OAKSTONE Focus: specializes in the education of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Tuition: $550 Contact: 2655 Oakstone Dr., Columbus 43231; ; oakstoneacademy.org Grades/Number of students: PS-12/ 64 columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

8 CLINTONVILLE Tuition: $7,042 Contact: 3916 Indianola Ave., Columbus 43214; ; clintonvilleacademy.org Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 161 COLUMBUS Tuition: $16,000-$20,200 Contact: 4300 Cherry Bottom Rd., Gahanna 43230; ; columbusacademy.org Grades/Number of students: PS-12/ 1,069 COLUMBUS MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER Tuition: ranges from $6,400 to $9,100 Contact: 979 S. James Rd., Columbus 43227; ; columbusmontessori.org Grades/Number of students: PK-6/ 226 COLUMBUS FOR GIRLS Tuition: $17,500-$20,200 Contact: 56 S. Columbia Ave., Columbus 43209; ; columbusschoolforgirls.org Grades/Number of students: PS-12/ 676 DUBLIN PREP Contact: 5720 Avery Rd., Dublin 43016; ; prepacademyschools.org Grades/Number of students: PS-1/ 80 ECOLE FRANCAISE Tuition: $6,450 to $6,650 Contact: 5120 Godown Rd., Columbus 43220; ; education-unlimited.org Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 94 THE GARDNER OF DUBLIN Year Founded: 2008 ; sibling discounts available Address: 6145 Emerald Pkwy., Dublin Phone: Website: thegardnerschool.com Ages and grades served: Six weeks old through private kindergarten; includes full range of enrichment programs for children Number of students: 172 Number of faculty: 40 GODDARD FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT, THE Contact: goddardschool.com (click on the Locations tab) Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ not available JANE S MONTESSORI Tuition: $550-$850 per month Contact: 1375 Francisco Rd., Columbus 43220; ; janesacademy.com Grades/Number of students: PS-3/ 14 in kindergarten JOYLAND PRE Tuition: Kindergarten tuition is $185 per week Contact: 5400 Wilcox Rd., Dublin 43016; ; joylandpreschool.com Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 100 MANSION DAY Tuition: $9,608 (including before- and after-school childcare); $8,108 (without childcare) Address: 72 Woodland Ave., Columbus Phone: Website: mansiondayschool.org Grades served: PS to Grade 5 Number of students: 105 MARBURN Focus: serves students with different learning needs including dyslexia and ADHD Contact: 1860 Walden Dr., Columbus 43229; ; marburnacademy.org Grades/Number of students: 1-12/ 151 MONTESSORI CHILDREN S HOUSE Tuition: $4,550-$5,300 Contact: 950 King Ave., Columbus 43212; Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 94 PRIMROSE S (10 LOCATIONS) Contact: PRIMROSE; primroseschools.com Grades/Number of students:ps-k/ not available NORTHSIDE MONTESSORI Contact: 2855 Snouffer Rd., Columbus 43235; ; northsidemontessori.com Grades/Number of students: PS-K/ not available PLACE TO GROW, A Contact: 6760 Discovery Blvd., Dublin 43017; ; aplacetogrowinc.com Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 48 ROSEMONT CENTER / EAGLE HEIGHTS Focus: combines specialized therapeutic day treatment with academic education for students, ages Contact: 2440 Dawnlight Ave., Columbus 43211; ; rosemont.org Grades/Number of students: 6-10/ 32 SMOKY ROW CHILDREN S CENTER Tuition: $847 weekly Contact: 8615 Smoky Row Rd., Powell; ; smokyrowchildrencenter.com Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 138 WELLINGTON, THE Tuition: $12,690-$19,850 Contact: 3650 Reed Rd., Columbus 43220; ; wellington.org Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ 565 PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S ALL SAINTS Tuition: $3,000 for participating families; $4,470 non-participating Contact: 2855 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus 43209; ; cdeducation.org/schools/asa Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 324 BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY Religious Affiliation: Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Contact: 2213 White Rd., Grove City 43123; ; beautifulsaviorgc.net Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 76 BISHOP HARTLEY HIGH Tuition: $7,450 for participating families; $7,975 non-participating Contact: 1285 Zettler Rd., Columbus 43227; ; bishophartley.org 715 BISHOP READY HIGH Tuition: $7,800 Contact: 707 Salisbury Rd., Columbus 43204; ; brhs.org 442 BISHOP WATTERSON HIGH Tuition: $7,700 for participating families; $8,700 non-participating Contact: 99 E. Cooke Rd., Columbus 43214; ; bishopwatterson. com 1,019 BRICE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Religious Affiliation: Methodist Tuition: $4,200-$4,600 Contact: P.O. Box 370, 3160 Brice Rd., Brice 43109; ; bricechristianacademy.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 218 CALUMET CHRISTIAN Religious Affiliation: Xenos Christian Fellowship Tuition: $4,452-$5,124 Contact: 2774 Calumet St., Columbus 43202; ; xenosschools.org Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 307 CENTRAL BAPTIST Tuition: $3,740 Contact: 1945 Frank Rd., Columbus 43223; ; cbacolumbus.com 23 CENTRAL COLLEGE CHRISTIAN Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian Tuition: $4,412-$4,912 Contact: 975 S. Sunbury Rd., Westerville 43081; ; cccacademy.com Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 151 COLUMBUS ADVENTIST Religious Affiliation: Seventh-Day Adventist Tuition: $4,250 Contact: 3700 Sunbury Rd., Columbus 43219; Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 100 COLUMBUS JEWISH DAY, THE Religious Affiliation: Jewish Tuition: $14,400 Contact: 79 N. High St., New Albany 43054; ; cjds.org Grades/Number of students: K-6/ 114 COLUMBUS TORAH Religious Affiliation: Jewish Tuition: ranges from $9,890 to $15,974 Contact: 181 Noe Bixby Rd., Columbus 43213; ; torahacademy.org 285 CREATIVE PLAY CENTER Religious Affiliation: Methodist Tuition: $200 per week for kindergarten Contact: P.O. Box 307, 600 N. High St., Worthington 43085; ; worthingtonumc.org/children/cpc/ default.htm Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 43 CYPRESS CHRISTIAN Religious Affiliation: Methodist Tuition: ranges from $4,100 to $4,150 Contact: 377 Alton Darby Creek Rd., Galloway 43119; ; cypresschristianschool.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 363 EASTWOOD SDA JUNIOR Religious Affiliation: Seventh-Day Adventist Ohio Conference Tuition: Honors Ohio EdChoice Scholarship funding, annual tuition is $4,650 with discounts for membership in SDA churches Contact: 6350 S. Sunbury Rd., Westerville 43081; ; ejaonline.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 60 GAHANNA CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,685-$5,520 Contact: 817 N. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna 43230; ; gahannachristianacademy.com Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ 462 GLORIA S. FRIEND CHRISTIAN Tuition: $3,500 Contact: 428 E. Main St., Columbus 43215; ; gsfchristianacademy.org Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 50 GRACE CHRISTIAN Religious Affiliation: Grace Brethren Church Tuition: $4,600-$4,900 Contact: 7510 E. Broad St., Blacklick 43004; ; gcsblacklick.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 380 GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN - Nazarene Tuition: ranges from $4,230 to $5,230 Contact: 4750 Hoover Rd., Grove City 43123; ; gccsk12.org 687 HARAMBEE CHRISTIAN Religious Affiliation: Xenos Christian Fellowship Tuition: $5,760 Contact: 1000 Bonham Ave., Columbus 43211; ; urbanconcern.org/harambee/harambee-christian-school Grades/Number of students: K-7/ 116 HARVEST PREPARATORY Tuition: $2,595 to $5,000 Contact: 4595 Gender Rd., Canal Winchester 43110; ; harvestprep.org Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ 633 HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC Tuition: $3,212 for participating families; $4,870 non-participating Contact: 4382 Duchene Lane, Columbus 43213; ; holy-spiritschool.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 260 IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Tuition: $2,787 for participating families; $3,976 non-participating Contact: 366 E. North Broadway St., Columbus 43214; ; immaculateconception-parish.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 451 LINWORTH CHILDREN S CENTER Tuition: $426 per week Contact: 7070 Bent Tree Blvd., Columbus 43235; ; linworthcc.org/kindergarten.cfm Grades/Number of students: K/ 19 MADISON CHRISTIAN Tuition: $3,850-$4,950 Contact: 3565 Bixby Rd., Groveport 43125; ; madisonchristianschool.org Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ 559 MARY EVANS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Religious Affiliation: First Community Church Contact: 3777 Dublin Rd., Columbus 43221; Grades/Number of students: PK-K/ 76 NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,930-$5,400 Contact: 2655 W. Schrock Rd., Westerville 43081; ; ncslions.org Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ Central Ohio Schools Directory 2012 columbusparent.com

9 NORTHWEST CHAPEL CHILDREN S CENTER Year Founded: 2005 Tuition: $320 per month for A.M. kindergarten; $20 sibling discounts per month Address: 6700 Rings Rd., Dublin Phone: Website: nwcchildrenscenter.org Grades served: PS to K; before-school care available from 8-9 a.m. Number of students: 58 Number of faculty: 9 Member of: Association of Christian Schools International; recipient of Step Up to Quality One-Star Award OUR LADY OF BETHLEHEM Tuition: ranges from $1,750 to $3,600 Contact: 4567 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus 43214; ; our ladyofbethlehem.org Grades/Number of students: PS-K/ 16 OUR LADY OF PEACE CATHOLIC Tuition: $4,610 Contact: 40 E. Dominion Blvd., Columbus 43214; ; olpcolumbus. org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 257 OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC Tuition: $3,375 for participating families; $4,725 non-participating Contact: 3752 Broadway, Grove City 43123; ; olphsaints.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 406 ST. AGATHA Tuition: $3,950 for participating families; $5,817 non-participating Contact: 1880 Northam Rd., Columbus 43221; ; saintagatha school.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 290 ST. ANDREW Tuition: $3,500 for participating families; $5,300 non-participating Contact: 4081 Reed Rd., Columbus 43220; ; standrewschool.com Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 443 ST. ANTHONY Tuition: $3,715 for participating families; $5,715 non-participating Contact: 1300 Urban Dr., Columbus, 43229; ; stanthony columbus.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 160 ST. BRENDAN Tuition: $3,275 for participating families; $5,017 non-participating Contact: 4475 Dublin Rd., Hilliard 43026; ; stbrendans.net Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 482 SAINT BRIGID OF KILDARE Tuition: $5,050 for participating families; $5,750 non-participating Contact: 7175 Avery Rd., Dublin 43017; ; stbrigidofkildare.com Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 554 ST. CATHARINE Tuition: $2,940 for participating families; $5,100 non-participating Contact: 2865 Fair Ave., Columbus 43209; ; stcatharine school.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 261 ST. CECILIA CATHOLIC Tuition: $3,812 for participating families; $5,809 non-participating Contact: 440 Norton Rd., Columbus 43228; ; stcecilia columbus.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 220 Setting The Standard In Early Care & Education Offering outstanding Reggio-Inspired Infant, Toddler & Preschool programs, as well as Kindergarten, Afterschool & Summer Camp. Discover the difference that degreed teachers, excellent parent communication, NAEYC Accreditation, and a welcoming family environment can make. Schedule your personal tour today! The Compass School 3989 North Hampton Drive Powell, Ohio (located off of Sawmill Pkwy) Open House Saturday 2/18 10:30AM - 1:00PM Featuring a pizza-tossing performance by our hometown Pizza Patt Miller, a caricature artist, children s activities, refreshments and more! This is a free community event: invite a friend! DISCOVER: SPRING CAMP 5 DAYS, 5 WAYS TO HAVE FUN! at KinderCare When school s out, we re offering a week of WOW and a sneak peek of our summer camp adventures! For dates and details, call columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

10 ST. CHARLES PREPARATORY Tuition:$8,390 for participating families; $8,690 non-participating Contact: 2010 E. Broad St., Columbus 43209; ; stcharlesprep.org 638 (all male) ST. FRANCIS DESALES HIGH Tuition: $7,525 for participating families; $8,025 non-participating Contact: 4212 Karl Rd., Columbus 43224; ; stfrancisdesaleshs.org 816 ST. JAMES THE LESS CATHOLIC Tuition: $2,835 for participating families; $4,500 non-participating Contact: 1628 Oakland Park Ave., Columbus 43224; ; stjames.cdeducation.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 497 ST. JOSEPH MONTESSORI Tuition: ranges from $7,200 to $8,650 Contact: 933 Hamlet St., Columbus 43201; ; sjms.net Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 270 SAINT MARY GERMAN VILLAGE Tuition: $3,795 Contact: 700 S. Third St., Columbus 43206; ; stmaryschoolgv.com Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 230 SAINT MARY MAGDALENE Tuition: $3,850 for participating families; $5,600 non-participating Contact: 2940 Parkside Rd., Columbus 43204; ; saintmarymag.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 190 ST. MATTHEW Tuition: $3,000 for participating families; $4,600 non-participating Contact: 795 Havens Corners Rd., Gahanna 43230; ; teacher- web.com/oh/stmatthew/schoolhome- Page/sdhp1.aspx Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 600 ST. MATTHIAS Tuition: $3,350 for participating families; $4,300 non-participating Contact: 1566 Ferris Rd., Columbus 43224; ; teacherweb.com/oh/stmatthias/school Homepage/sdhp1.aspx Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 274 ST. MICHAEL Tuition: $2,821 for participating families; $4,340 non-participating Contact: 64 E. Selby Blvd., Worthington 43085; ; stmichael. cdeducation.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 523 ST. PAUL S LUTHERAN Religious Affiliation: Lutheran Tuition: $2,950-$4,200 Contact: 322 Stewart Ave., Columbus 43206; ; stpaulcares.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 68 SAINT PIUS X Tuition: $2,950 for participating families; $4,410 non-participating Contact: 1061 Waggoner Rd., Reynoldsburg 43068; ; spx elementary.com Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 550 ST. TIMOTHY Tuition: $3,592 for participating families; $5,166 non-participating Contact: 1070 Thomas Ln., Columbus 43220; ; sttimschool.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 259 SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Religious Affiliation: Shepherd Church of the Nazarene Tuition: $4,500 Address: 425 S. Hamilton Rd., Gahanna Phone: Website: shepherdchristian.org Grades served: K to Grade 5 with plans to add Grade 6 this fall Number of students: 183 SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,250 Contact: 1500 Barnett Rd., Columbus 43227; ; southeastchristian academy.org Grades/Number of students: PK-5/ 100+ SUNRISE Religious Affiliation: Islamic Tuition: ranges from $4,375 (Grades 1-8) to $4,500 (K) Contact: 5657 Scioto Darby Rd., Hilliard 43026; ; sunriseacademy.net Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 420 TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN S (THREE BRANCHES) Religious Affiliation: Church of Christ Tuition: $3,345-$7,041 Contact: 935 Northridge Rd., Columbus 43224; ; tolcs.org Grades/Number of students: PK-12/ 124 at Dublin branch, 86 at Indianola branch, 662 at Northridge branch TRINITY CATHOLIC Contact: 1440 Grandview Ave., Columbus 43212; ; trinity.cdeducation.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 162 WORTHINGTON ADVENTIST Religious Affiliation: Seventh-Day Adventist Ohio Conference Tuition: $3,970 Contact: 870 Griswold St., Worthington 43085; ; worthingtonadventistacademy.com Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 44 WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN S (THREE CAMPUSES) Grace Brethren Church Tuition: $6,502-$8,136 Contact: 6670 Worthington-Galena Rd., Worthington 43085; ; worthingtonchristian.com 909 XENOS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Religious Affiliation: Xenos Christian Fellowship Tuition: $4,452 Contact: 1390 Community Park Dr., Columbus 43229; ; xenosschools.org Grades/Number of students: PK-5/ 252 Licking PUBLIC DISTRICTS GRANVILLE EXEMPTED VILLAGE Contact: 130 N. Granger St., Granville 43023; ; Granville.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,101 with Distinction HEATH CITY Contact: 107 Lancaster Dr., Heath 43056; ; heath.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,673 JOHNSTOWN-MONROE LOCAL Contact: 441 S. Main St., Johnstown 43031; ; Johnstown.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,606 LAKEWOOD LOCAL Contact: 525 E. Main St., Hebron 43025; ; lakewoodlocal.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,971 LICKING HEIGHTS LOCAL Contact: 6539 Summit Rd. SW, Pataskala 43062; ; lickingheights.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,720 LICKING VALLEY LOCAL Contact: 1379 Licking Valley Rd., Newark 43055; ; lickingvalley.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,160 NEWARK CITY Contact: 85 E. Main St., Newark 43055; ; newarkcity.k12.oh.us Number of students: 6,173 NORTH FORK LOCAL Contact: 312 Maple Ave., Utica 43080; ; northfork.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,863 NORTHRIDGE LOCAL Contact: 6066 Johnstown-Utica Rd., Johnstown 43031; ; northridge.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,428 SOUTHWEST LICKING LOCAL Contact: 927-A South St., Pataskala 43062; ; swl.k12.oh.us Number of students: 3,556 OTHER PUBLICLY FUNDED S C-TEC HIGH Focus: vocational training Contact: 150 Price Rd., Newark 43055; ; c-tec.edu Grades/Number of students: 9-12 and adult/ not available LAKEWOOD DIGITAL Focus: online school Contact: 525 E. Main St., Hebron 43025; ; lakewoodlocal.k12.oh.us 25 NEWARK DIGITAL Focus: online school Contact: 255 Woods Ave., Newark 43055; ; nda.k12.oh.us 25 School rating: Academic Watch PAR EXCELLENCE Focus: sponsored by Newark City Schools, works extensively with whole family s social and financial needs Contact: 96 Maholm St., Newark 43055; ; par-excellence.org Grades/Number of students: K-5/ 138 SOUTHWEST LICKING DIGITAL Contact: 927-A South St., Pataskala 43062; ; swl.k12.oh.us 25 School rating: Not Rated PRIVATE/NON-RELIGIOUS S EXCEL Focus: for students with behavioral and emotional issues; also includes ASD program Contact: 116 W. Church St., Newark 43055; ; excelacademyohio.org Grades/Number of students: K-12+/ 30 WELSH HILLS Contact: 2610 Newark-Granville Rd., Granville 43023; ; welshhills.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 64 PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S BLESSED SACRAMENT Contact: 394 E. Main St., Newark 43055; ; blessedsacramentschoolnewark.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 168 GRANVILLE CHRISTIAN Tuition: $4,280 Contact: 1820 Newark-Granville Rd., Granville 43023; ; granvilleca.org 276 LICKING COUNTY CHRISTIAN, sponsored by Newark Baptist Temple Tuition: ranges from $2,150 to $3,750 Contact: 81 Licking View Dr., Heath 43056; ; lccaeagles.com 190 NEWARK CATHOLIC HIGH Tuition: $4,995 for participating families; $5,950 non-participating Contact: 1 Green Wave Dr., Newark 43055; ; newarkcatholic.org 244 NEWARK SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Religious Affiliation: Seventh-Day Adventist Tuition: $2,000 Contact: 701 Linnville Rd., Heath 43056; ; newark22.adventistschoolconnect.org Grades/Number of students: K-8/ 14 ST. FRANCIS DE SALES 10 Central Ohio Schools Directory 2012 columbusparent.com

11 Tuition: $3,847 for participating families; $5,007 non-participating Contact: 38 Granville St., Newark 43055; ; cdeducation.org/schools/dse/ Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 410 Madison PUBLIC DISTRICTS JEFFERSON LOCAL Contact: 906 W. Main St., West Jefferson 43162; ; west-jefferson.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,304 JONATHAN ALDER LOCAL Contact: 9200 US Route 42 S., Plain City 43064; ; alder.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,016 with Distinction LONDON CITY Contact: 60 S. Walnut St., London 43140; ; london.k12.oh.us Number of students: 2,157 MADISON-PLAINS LOCAL Contact: 55 Linson Rd., London 43140; ; mplsd.org Number of students: 1,415 OTHER PUBLICLY FUNDED S LONDON Contact: 60 S. Walnut St., London 43140; School rating: Academic Emergency TOLLES HIGH Focus: vocational education Contact: 7877 US Highway 42 S., Plain City 43064; ; tollestech.com Grades/Number of students: 9-12 and adult/ not available School rating: Not Rated PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S ST. PATRICK Tuition: $2,500 participating families; $3,700 for non-catholic families who meet volunteering requirements; $4,300 for non-catholic families who do not meet volunteering requirements Contact: 226 Elm St., London 43140; ; stpatricklondon.org/school/ Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 157 Pickaway PUBLIC DISTRICTS CIRCLEVILLE CITY Contact: 388 Clark Dr., Circleville 43113; ; circlevillecityschools.org Number of students: 2,355 LOGAN ELM LOCAL Contact: 9579 Tarlton Rd., Circleville 43113; ; loganelmschools.com Number of students: 2,310 with Distinction TEAYS VALLEY LOCAL Contact: 385 Circleville Ave., Ashville 43103; ; tvsd.us Number of students: 3,750 with Distinction WESTFALL LOCAL Contact: Pherson Pike, Williamsport 43164; ; westfall.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,639 PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN, affiliated with Circleville Nazarene Tuition: ranges from $3,960 to $4,093 Contact: 2264 Walnut Creek Pike, Circleville 43113; ; circlevillenaz.org Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 294 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN PRE & KINDERGARTEN, affiliated with Trinity Lutheran Church Tuition: $165/month for kindergarten Contact: 135 E. Mound St., Circleville 43113; ; trinitylutherancville.org Grades/Number of students: PS-K/ 109 Union PUBLIC DISTRICTS FAIRBANKS LOCAL Contact: State Route 38, Milford Center 43045; ; fairbanks.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,102 with Distinction MARYSVILLE EXEMPTED VILLAGE Contact: 1000 Edgewood Dr., Marysville 43040; ; marysville.k12.oh.us Number of students: 5,189 with Distinction NORTH UNION LOCAL Contact: State Route 739, Richwood 43344; ; n- union.k12.oh.us Number of students: 1,469 PRIVATE/RELIGIOUS S MARYSVILLE CHRISTIAN Contact: 1001 N. Maple St., Marysville 43040; ; marysvillechristianacademy.com Grades/Number of students: PS-12/ 33 ST. PAUL LUTHERAN Religious Affiliation: Lutheran Contact: 7960 State Route 38, Milford Center 43045; ; stpaulchuckery.com Grades/Number of students: PK-8/ 60 ST. JOHN S LUTHERAN Religious Affiliation: Lutheran Tuition: ranges from $1,659 to $3,166 based on grade and participation Contact: State Route 736, Marysville 43040; ; sjsmarysville.org Grades/Number of students: PS-8/ 275 TRINITY LUTHERAN Religious Affiliation: Lutheran Tuition: $680-$1,590 Contact: 220 S. Walnut St., Marysville 43040; ; marysvilletrinity.org Grades/Number of students: PK-6/ 253 Clintonville Academy OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Feb p.m. Small, safe and challenging classes for pre-k to 8th grade Proven academic success Frequent field trips Foreign language begins in pre-k Enrichment in art, music and computer skills Morning and afternoon latchkey Volunteer credits help toward tuition 3 minutes off Interstate-71 at Cooke Road exit 3916 Indianola Avenue Columbus, OH Call to schedule a visit The mission of the Columbus Montessori Education Center is to nurture and develop the whole child through magnified learning and quality care in a diverse community. Serving children 6 weeks through 6th grade. Curriculum tailored to each student s own learning styles and academic interests. Educates the whole child - academically, socially, and emotionally. NAEYC and MACTE accredited. Step Up to Quality 3-Star Award Winner. Member of the American Montessori Society. AMS Associate Member ISACS Provisional Member columbusparent.com Central Ohio Schools Directory

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